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The Progressive Democrats are seeking the establishment of an independent body to oversee the planning system and ensure uniformity across the country.

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Two members of the Progressive Democrats parliamentary party have said they will be backing Minister for Justice Michael McDowell as the new leader of the party.

Fri, 08 Sep, 2006

FF-PD council alliance under threat over chairperson row

AN alliance between Fianna Fáil and the Progressive Democrats on Limerick County Council is under threat in a row over the lucrative chairperson’s position - which carries an allowance of almost €40,000.

Fri, 14 Apr, 2006

Householders warned of 'backyard burning' dangers

Householders must realise that burning rubbish illegally in backyards can have deadly health effects, an Oireachtas Committee heard today.

Wed, 25 Jan, 2006

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TAOISEACH Bertie Ahern last night defied his reputation for indecision by moving swiftly to expel Beverly Flynn from Fianna Fáil following her failed Supreme Court libel appeal.

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